NC H376

Allows counties to contract with entities other than municipalities for road development when subdivisions are not located wholly or partially within a municipality, while maintaining funds transfer requirements between counties and municipalities.

Changes performance guarantee language from "shall only be used" to "must be used" for completion of required improvements, clarifying that guarantees cannot be applied to repairs or maintenance after completion.

Permits performance guarantees to be administered according to governing body standards if the guarantee is insufficient to complete improvements or if the subdivision is not completed.

Makes performance guarantee administration decisions subject to review under G.S. 160A-393, establishing an appeal process for governing body determinations regarding adopted standards.